ART 372 Contemporary Art Scene

By visiting exhibitions and galleries, artists' studios and discussing strong contemporary artworks and art texts, students will explore the different concepts of contemporary arts. The course will also question issues like the art market, art collectors and collections, phenomena of international shows like Venice Biennale and the position of curators.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Using the Prague art scene as a case study to enable students to study the contemporary art scene.
Introducing students to roles, issues and institutions connected to the realm of contemporary art (artists, curators, art historians, critics, collectors, art schools, galleries, media, market, exhibitions etc.)
Helping students orient themselves in the contemporary art scene and enabling them to follow the exciting changes in the art world.
Engaging the students in an in-depth research about a particular topic or issue related to the contemporary art world.